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    CONFERENCE WRAP

      SHAPING
      FUTURES
     NATIONAL CONFERENCE

         Financial Services Council
         Growing and protecting the wealth of New Zealanders

        CODE OF
        CONDUCT
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WELCOME
Welcome to the ‘Shaping Futures’ conference wrap.

‘Shaping Futures’, the FSC and WSNZ national conference 2018, was very well received and the
feedback that has come back so far has been very positive, with close to 400 people through the
doors over the two days and 70+ speakers over the sessions.

Those in the Conference Committee have devoted significant time ensuring the event was a huge
success, and the development of new initiatives, such as the breakfast sessions and Tech Alley this
year, is a testament to their hard work.

Alongside the main conference, the FSC also launched a new FSC Code of Conduct which has
been developed by FSC members over the past two years, and during conference itself, the
fourth part of the KiwiSaver research detailing recommendations and next steps to achieve better
consumer outcomes.

Industry’s top talent was recognised at the conference gala awards ceremony. There were four
individual FSC awards, and the WSNZ awarded four organisations, celebrating excellence in
consumer communications. Details of the winners are included in this update.

A huge thank you to all the organisers, speakers, sponsors, Tech Alley participants and attendees
for making this year’s event the best ever.

              Rob Flannagan                David Biegel                Richard Klipin
                 Chairman                   Chairman                         CEO
         Financial Services Council    Workplace Savings NZ       Financial Services Council

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POLICY AND ADVOCACY
Throughout the year, we meet with our regulators, ministers and government
departments to work together on behalf of the industry and improve consumer
outcomes. Through these relationships we were delighted that key guest speakers and
their teams were involved at the conference.

POLITICAL AND REGULATOR ENGAGEMENT
Hon. Grant Robertson, Minister of Finance
Minister Robertson joined us on the first day and talked about New
Zealand’s place in the world, followed by a Q&A with TVNZ’s Corin
Dann. The session can be heard the Q&A Business Podcasts:
https://soundcloud.com/user-133784620/qa-businesspodcast-27-
grant-robertson-and-financial-services-council-and-workplace-
savings-nz-conference

                               Hon. Kris Faafoi, Minister of Civil Defence,
                               Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Broadcasting,
                               Communications and Digital Media

                               Minister Faafoi welcomed delegates to the Gala Dinner with a speech
                               talking about good conduct, and was kind enough to present the
                               award winners with their trophies this year.

Amy Adams, Opposition Finance Spokesperson
Amy Adams discussed her take on ‘What is New Zealand’s place in
the world?’ talking about how good innovation is for New Zealanders
and the challenges we face in financial services, followed by a fireside
chat with AMP’s Yvonne Davie.

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REGULATORY ENGAGEMENT
The Financial Markets Authority (FMA)
Rob Everett, Chief Executive of the FMA provided a keynote speech
on the main platform titled “Is trust the new currency?”, looking back
at the global financial crisis and the regulatory and political response
to the damage to financial stability and global economic health
caused by the crisis.
The full speech can be found at:
https://fma.govt.nz/news-and-resources/speeches-and-presentations/
fsc-conference-is-trust-the-new-currency

                               This was followed by a fireside chat with Rob, led by Corin Dann from
                               TVNZ’s Q&A programme, alongside Rob Flannigan (CEO of the FSC),
                               Ana Lockyer from ANZ and Damien Mu from AIA.

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ)
Governor Adrian Orr spoke about ‘Geopolitics, New Zealand and
the winds of change, discussing short-termisim’.
The full speech can be found at: https://www.rbnz.govt.nz/
news/2018/09/geopolitics-new-zealand-and-the-winds-of-change

                                     This was followed by a fireside chat with Adrian, led by journalist
                                     Tova O’Brien with Naomi Ballantyne CEO Partners Life,
                                     Kirk Hope CEO Business NZ and Laurence Kubiak from NZIER.

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FSC IN THE NEWS

We gained significant traction in the media this year with both broadcast and print media.
The FSC was featured on TVNZ Breakfast on Thursday morning of the conference
(repeated several times during the morning) and also on Radio New Zealand.
We gained over 70 pieces of print/online media coverage in both nationals and trade outlets
during the course of Shaping Futures, and below is a snapshot. Also see the FSC Twitter feed
where you can find links to all the coverage and see the main highlights and speeches from the
conference. https://twitter.com/FSC__NZ

NATIONAL: NZ HERALD

‘Adrian Orr’s [RBNZ] plea to quit short-term thinking’
https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/news/article.cfm?c_id=3&objectid=12121365

                   ‘Kiwis should save 10-15% of earnings to close retirement shortfall,
                   Financial Services Council says’
                   https://www.nzherald.co.nz/personal-finance/news/article.cfm?
                   c_id=12&objectid=12120184

‘Finance firms face $100k fine if they fail to put consumers first’
https://www.nzherald.co.nz/personal-finance/news/article.cfm?c_id=12&objectid=12119591

TRADE: RISKINFONZ, INTEREST, INSURANCE BUSINESS, GOOD RETURNS

FSC/WSNZ Conference wrap – RiskInfoNZ
http://riskinfonz.co.nz/2018/09/11/2018-fsc-conference-wrap/?utm_medium=e-
mail&utm_campaign=RiskinfoNZ%20email%2030%20180912&utm_content=Risk-                     SHAPING
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TRADE: RISKINFONZ, INTEREST, INSURANCE BUSINESS, GOOD RETURNS

FSC Launches New Code of Conduct – RiskInfoNZ                                              FSC
                                                                                         CODE OF
http://riskinfonz.co.nz/2018/09/05/fsc-launches-new-code-of-conduct/                     CONDUCT

                     Minister puts new life in life-cycle as FSC closes the gap – Investment News NZ
                     http://investmentnews.co.nz/investment-news/minister-puts-new-life-in-
                     life-cycle-as-fsc-closes-the-gap/

‘Finance Minister Grant Robertson says location of bank branches is up to
banks, but notes banks need a ‘social licence’ to operate’ – interest.co.uk
https://www.interest.co.nz/personal-finance/95709/finance-minister-grant-robertson-
says-location-bank-branches-banks-notes

                    Trust in insurers, banks on the decline again – regulator [FMA] –
                    Investment News NZ
                    https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/nz/news/breaking-news/trust-in-
                    insurers-banks-on-the-decline-again--regulator-110612.aspx

Awards handed out / The Wrap, three very different tales of associations –
Good Returns
https://bit.ly/2Mb5VOU
https://www.goodreturns.co.nz/article/976507046/the-wrap-three-very-different-
tales-of-associations.html

                    TVNZ Q&A podcast with Corin Dann
                    https://soundcloud.com/user-133784620/qa-businesspodcast-27-grant-robert-
                    son-and-financial-services-council-and-workplace-savings-nz-conference

Radio NZ
https://www.radionz.co.nz/national/programmes/ninetonoon/audio/2018662018/gfc-10-years-on-and-a-
warning-from-fma-head

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FSC CODE OF CONDUCT
On the eve of the national conference, the Financial Services Council (FSC) launched a
new set of standards and guidance for its members, the FSC Code of Conduct.

Developed over two years by FSC members, the Code of Conduct is designed to build the
professionalism of the industry by reinforcing the need for good conduct and a strong consumer-
focussed culture.

As a living code, FSC members will work to develop best practice and guidance for the Code’s
nine standards, which fall into three core objectives covering ethical, communication and
consumer outcomes.

It will come into force on 1 January 2019.

In launching the Code, the FSC are taking a major step forward to ensure business is carried out
with due care and delivers better consumer outcomes to ultimately improve trust in the industry.
It’s about FSC members setting a clear standard of conduct and behaviour that we can be held
to account for.

The Code is not just paying lip service to change. All material breaches will be assessed by an
Independent Disciplinary Committee, a group of experts that have a range of sanctions available
to them. The sanctions grow in line with the level of the breach; for minor breaches, there are
reprimands, but these build to significant fines of up to $100,000 or expulsion from the FSC.

The FSC Code of Conduct can be found at:
https://www.fsc.org.nz/site/fsc/FSC%20Code%20of%20Conduct%20-%20September%202018.pdf
Media releases are available at: https://www.fsc.org.nz/site/fsc/FSC%20Code%20of%20
Conduct%20Media%20Release%205%20September%202018.pdf

                  Financial Services Council
                  Growing and protecting the wealth of New Zealanders

                 CODE OF                                                                          WELCOME TO
                                                                                             THE CODE OF CONDUCT
                                                                                                                                                                       BRINGING THE CODE
                                                                                                                                                                            TO LIFE
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 COMPLYING WITH THE CODE AND
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    DISCIPLINARY PROCESS

                 CONDUCT                                                       The aim of our members in the Financial Services Council (FSC)
                                                                                      is to ensure good outcomes for New Zealanders
                                                                                     by building, managing and protecting their wealth.

                                                                                    This new Code of Conduct, therefore, is an important
                                                                                                                                                           The Code of Conduct will come to life on 1 January 2019.
                                                                                                                                                         It has been developed to support the professionalism of the
                                                                                                                                                         financial services industry and FSC members will work with
                                                                                                                                                           their teams to communicate and train them on the code.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                               As a living code, FSC members will work to develop
                                                                                                                                                                                                                               best practice and guidance for the code standards.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                              The FSC will support members in complying with this
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Code of Conduct.

                                                                                              milestone to support these aims.                                                                                                 There will be an independent disciplinary committee
                                                                                                                                                                                                                               of experts who have a strong focus on good conduct
                                                                                Recognising the need for the industry to act to improve itself,                        PURPOSE OF THE CODE
                                                                                     FSC members have worked together to develop                                                                                                     and ensuring good consumer outcomes.
                                                                                                                                                          • Lift the professionalism of the financial services industry
                                                                                     a Code of Conduct that promotes good conduct
                                                                                          and a strong customer-focussed culture.                             • Help Members deliver good customer outcomes                 The Disciplinary Committee has a role to review all material
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 breaches and has a range of sanctions available,
                                                                                                                                                       • Increase trust and confidence in the financial services industry
                                                                                The Code of Conduct supports existing law and regulations,                                                                                         from a reprimand, to fines of up to $100,000,
                                                                                         bringing self-regulation to the industry.                             • Build a sustainable financial services industry                        through to expulsion from the FSC.

                                                                               It is important that the industry acts ethically, ensuring business            • Enable more New Zealanders to build, manage
                                                                                                                                                                         and protect their wealth                               We are at a turning point, and the Code of Conduct
                                                                                 is carried out professionally and with due care, delivers good
                                                                                                                                                                                                                              is a significant step for the industry. Our members take
                                                                               two-way customer communications and treats customers fairly.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        the introduction of this code seriously.
                                                                                               The Code of Conduct drives this.
                                                                                                                                                                           CODE STANDARDS                                     We commend the Code of Conduct to you and we are
                                                                                     Our members are committed to delivering this code,              There are nine code standards focused around three core objectives:      optimistic that we are well into the journey of building
                                                                                   increasing the professionalism and trust of the industry                    Principal ethical standard, ensuring business is                   a stronger financial services industry that will
                                                                                     and therefore a sustainable financial services sector                      carried out professionally and with due care.                          deliver better outcomes for consumers.
                                                                                             in New Zealand for years to come.
                                                                                                                                                            Customer perspective standards, ensuring effective
                                                                                                                                                                  two-way customer communications.
                                                                                                                                                          Delivering good customer outcomes, ensuring effective
                                                                                                The full FSC Code of Conduct                               products and distribution, training, risk management,
                                                                                               can be found at www.fsc.org.nz                             management of conflict and fair treatment of customers.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Rob Flannagan                Richard Klipin
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Chairman              Chief Executive Officer
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Financial Services Council   Financial Services Council

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THE WSNZ 2018 AWARD CATEGORIES AND WINNERS
PRODUCT DISCLOSURE STATEMENT (PDS) OF THE YEAR
TE RŪNANGA O NGĀI TAHU FOR WHAI RAWA PDS 2017

The Whai Rawa Product Disclosure Statement is inspired by the
Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu values of: Whanaungatanga (respecting,
fostering and maintaining relationships with the iwi and community),
Manaakitanga (looking after our people and respecting iwi members),
Tohungatanga (pursuing knowledge and ideas that will strengthen
and grow Ngāi Tahu communities), Kaitiakitanga (working to protect
the people, environment, knowledge, culture and resources for
future generations), Tikanga (customs) and Rangatiratanga (ethical
behaviour in our actions and decisions).

These key values are integrated into the PDS through the use of graphical elements, layout and
key inclusions such as information about the Scheme in the form of our cultural and historical
references, for example, Te Pātaka or the use of the koru on each page.

BEST OVERALL KIWISAVER MEMBER EXPERIENCE
AMP FOR FAST FORWARD

The aim of Fast Forward was to provide an omni-channel experience
to reach customers in their environment with campaign messages
and content to drive new and existing customers to the KiwiSaver
calculator and encourage them to get active with their KiwiSaver.

Creatively, the campaign mirrored that used in the calculator itself.
The calculator was based on the concept of a journey. This was
realised through the visual representation of tramping up a steep
New Zealand mountain. Beautiful New Zealand scenery images were
used to create a sense of adventure and this journey. Our media campaign utilised imagery closely
aligned with the calculator creative to set the scene.

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THE WSNZ 2018 AWARD CATEGORIES AND WINNERS
MOST INNOVATIVE COMMUNICATION AND
WORKPLACE SAVINGS EXCELLENCE IN COMMUNICATION
ANZ NEW ZEALAND INVESTMENTS LIMITED FOR KIWISAVER MEMBER STATEMENTS

This year, ANZ Investments redesigned, developed and delivered new
KiwiSaver account statements, coinciding with the new requirement
to show members’ personalised fee information.
Our previous statements (built nine years earlier) provided the
required information but little more and were difficult to
amend/update.

The objectives were to provide statements that:
  are meaningful, easy to understand and add value
  are visually appealing with the right balance of information
  use personalised messaging to prompt an action that could benefit the member
  minimise confusion and related contact centre queries
  increase member education and engagement

                            The feedback shows that while customer contacts were still
                            high, there was a shift away from calls asking for clarification
                            on their statement, to people wishing to take an action relating
                            to the statement content or messaging. For example, updating
                            their personal details, including email addresses, fund choice and
                            contribution levels.

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THE FSC 2018 AWARD CATEGORIES AND WINNERS

RISING STAR AWARD – JENN DOBINSON, AMP

Jenn Dobinson was nominated for many reasons that included
advocating customers in her approach to all she does, supporting the
FSC conference, supporting her actuarial profession, her approach to
personal development, her contribution to AMP that led her to winning
the Overall Supreme Champion Award in 2018 and volunteering work
including financial education.

                               INNOVATION AWARD – PETER KENNY, AMP

                              Innovation comes in many shapes and forms. Peter was nominated
                              as his innovation comes from his ability to leverage his deep industry
                              knowledge and roll-up his sleeves to drive effective change for the
                              good of the industry and the consumer.

                              He was instrumental in finding ways to bring the FSC Code of
                              Conduct to life. He was heavily engaged in the Code Working Group,
                              and then took a lead role in the Code Implementation Team.

He brought together experienced training professionals from his organisation to create the training
material which will help all FSC members embed the Code in their operations and ensure readiness
by 1 January 2019. This demonstrated the ability to persuade others to ‘buy into’ the need to
volunteer their time for the good of the industry and the broader NZ community.

DIVERSITY AWARD – TREENA JORDAN, AIA NEW ZEALAND

Treena Jordan has been a constant advocate for a more open-minded
approach to diversity issues in the insurance industry, personally, within
AIA New Zealand, and the New Zealand insurance industry.

A great example of this was that during a review of medical insurance
Treena identified the HIV exclusion as no longer necessary. As part
of the AIA New Zealand product and marketing team Treena helped
identify this and helped to carry forward the work to enable the
exclusion to be removed.

Advocating for that change takes courage and persistence. It also demonstrates the value of
diversity to the New Zealand insurance industry.

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THE FSC 2018 AWARD CATEGORIES AND WINNERS

SHAPING THE FUTURE AWARD – BEN ROSE, NIB

Ben was nominated as he believes that technology will unleash the
growth the local health insurance industry needs to drive further
participation by Kiwis.
He has focused on three major areas of innovation:

Direct to Consumer 2.0: Ben realised nib needed to have a very good
appreciation of the communities in which they operate. He initiated
research to identify opportunities to address the diverse needs of
migrant communities, in particular the Chinese and Indian communities, and DTC2.0 was born.

Migrants now account for 15% of all DTC sales and the average premium generated from the Migrant
segment has increased 36% since the launch of nib’s multilingual communications. This means
that more of this population are now able to access and afford the healthcare they need, helping to
provide peace of mind in what can often be challenging times.

Frankie the Chatbot: With the growth of digital innovation, recent leaps ahead in computing power
and the connectivity between multiple computers enabled by cloud computing, artificial intelligence
has come of age. Ben drove the Frankie the Chatbot initiative from start to finish - from business
case through internal sell-in and execution through to external launch to the market.

Frankie can now answer 90 questions with 830 question/answer variant, more than a third of
conversations are held outside of normal customer service team operating hours and customers are
truly embracing Frankie, seeking general product and claims information and even asking when the
next season of Games of Thrones starts!

Whitelabelling: Ben quickly recognised the potential for growth and scalability presented by
whitelabel partnerships. He worked hard to identify and develop relationships with organisations
with a strong brand presence in the market and significant customer or membership databases.

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SHARING INSIGHT AND KNOWLEDGE
TECH ALLEY AND PITCH PERFECT

At the conference this year we launched ‘Tech Alley’, which showcased
11 organisations; 10 start-ups in FinTech, RegTech, InsurTech and
EduTech, alongside the member association FinTechNZ/InsureTech,
which represents emerging and disruptive technology companies.

Each of the participants were invited to ‘pitch perfect’ their products at
the first of two breakfast sessions at the conference, with the winners,
chosen by the audience, being given a Spotlight session on the main
platform later on in the day.

                              It was inspiring to see the ideas that the start-ups had, many of which
                              used artificial intelligence to support wide range of applications
                              including mental health, education and workplace efficiency.

Congratulations to the winners of Pitch Perfect; Banqer, Mind Screen
and Capital Preferences, who pitched to the main conference room
later on the Thursday.

                                           CapitalPreferences

                                     WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP

                                     This session, led by Kerri McMaster co-founder and chief
                                     strategy officer of Performance Lab Technologies Ltd,
                                     discussed artificial intelligence in shaping futures. She also
                                     talked about diversity of employment in the tech sector and
                                     the need for resilience in these changing times.

                                     in association with

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COMMUNITY OF PROFESSIONALS
Events like Shaping Futures are successful because of support from Members and others
in the industry. The FSC and WSNZ would like to thank all our sponsors, Tech Alley, guest
speakers and panel participants, award judges and conference committee members for all their hard
work and dedication in pulling together a great two days.

 Laura Abba           Mark Banicevich        David Biegel                David Bishop              Joe Bishop                          Mark Daniels              Yvonne Davie

Jenn Dobinson         Rachel Douglas        Rob Flannagan          Russell Hutchinson         Richard Klipin                           Elaine Linnell         Ana-Marie Lockyer

           Sarah McBride         Tim McGuinness             Barry Read             Haydee Stroud                Vanja Thomas                       Mike Woodbury

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                    GOLD SPONSORS

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     BREAKFAST MASTERCLASSES                GALA DINNER SPONSOR                           MEDIA PARTNERS                                                FSC WHITE PAPER

                       WORKPLACE SAVINGS AWARDS               BOOTH SPONSOR                  TECH ALLEY                                   CONFERENCE SATCHEL

                                    COFFEE PARTNER           LANYARDS                   SPONSOR                  JUICE & WELLBEING BAR

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INDUSTRY LEADERSHIP AND INSIGHTS
SHAPING FUTURES: CLOSING THE KIWISAVER GAP

The Financial Services Council released a new report, ‘Shaping
Futures: Closing the KiwiSaver Gap’ at the conference, which
sends a clear message to Government, industry and consumers
that combined action is needed to close the KiwiSaver gap in
New Zealand.

The report is based on the three significant pieces of research
commissioned by the FSC with responses from over 2,100
New Zealanders and carried out by Horizon Research –
‘Generation KiwiSaver’, ‘Growing the KiwiSaver Pie’, and
‘Great Expectations – Retirement Realities for Older New Zealanders’.

The four recommendations are as follows:

Contributions: Essential changes to enable flexible, controlled and automatic increases in contributions.

Taking Control: New Zealanders want a clear strategy around the future of KiwiSaver, with a greater
focus on leadership and long-term thinking to benefit all.

Getting the most out of KiwiSaver: The Government needs to review the rules on default fund
allocation, incentives (including multiple retirement ages) and centralise hardship evaluations.

Advice: clearer information is needed, along with making it easier for KiwiSavers to switch to
the right provider for them and integration of new technology to improve proactive and
transparent advice.

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The FSC has also been out on the streets over the past week talking to New Zealanders about
KiwiSaver. Although those we spoke to knew that they are able to use KiwiSaver to save for a first
home as well as for later life, many found it hard to save enough or take the time to really consider
what they might need.

Managing money is a skill, and the FSC gave a few rules of thumb to follow to make sure people
have enough to enjoy a comfortable retirement:

1. Save: 10 to 15% of your income and invest it wisely

2. Set goals: think about the future and don’t underestimate the savings you will need

3. Skills: with hard work, patience and discipline you will be able to unlock long-term financial
wellbeing

4. Seek advice: manage risk and get the best return on your investment.”

The full report, Shaping Futures: Closing the KiwiSaver Gap, and media release are available at:
https://www.fsc.org.nz/site/fsc/Shaping%20Futures%20Closing%20the%20KiwiSaver%20
Gap%20-%20Financial%20Services%20Council%20-%20September%202018.pdf

And also at:
https://www.fsc.org.nz/site/fsc/Shaping%20Futures%20Closing%20the%20KiwiSaver%20
Gap%20-%20Financial%20Services%20Council%20-%20Media%20Release%20September%20
2018.pdf

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DEVELOPING THE FSC
We are pleased to announce that our two new team members joined and attended
the conference.

Katya Duynstee started as Executive Assistant, and will support our members and the FSC team
with a variety of activities, being responsible for meeting logistics, governance support, and office
administration.

David Bishop started as Head of Communications and Marketing and will work to develop and
build on our activities and work closely with members to develop a programme that will enhance
our activities and amplify our voice within the sector, regulators and consumers.

After nearly two years, Rachel Douglas will be leaving the FSC/WSNZ secretariat this Friday –
I hope you will join us in thanking her for all her help and support during her time with us.

                Thanks for reading this special conference edition of the newsletter.
                              We’re always interested in your feedback.
       Please contact us on 09 985 5762 or fsc@fsc.org.nz with your thoughts and opinions.

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KEY FACTS

    FINANCIAL SERVICES INDUSTRY                                               PROTECTING WEALTH:
    CONTRIBUTION TO NEW ZEALAND                                               THE LIFE INSURANCE INDUSTRY
                                                                                                                            $2.5
                                                                                                                           BILLION
                                                                                                                             in-force
          $236                         $13.5
                                                                                    $1.2                                    premiums
        BILLION                        BILLION    *
                                                                 57,000                                 $3.3
     Gross Domestic Product
           (GDP) of NZ                                            people        BILLION                 MILLION
                                                                   employed          claims             every day
                                                                                      paid               (average)
                                                                                                                           $9.3
                                                                                                                           billion
                          2nd                      56%                                                                      ASSETS
                                                                                                                           MANAGED
                             fastest               female
                            growing               employees
                             sector
                            by GDP

    GROWING WEALTH:                                                                 DISTRIBUTION                       THE FINANCIAL
    THE INVESTMENT INDUSTRY                                                          AND ADVICE                      SERVICES COUNCIL

                                                                 $135
                                                                                     8804                            34
                                       invested

         $47                        2.7m
                                          by
                                                                billion                                          members
      BILLION                      KIWISAVERS
                                                                MANAGED
                                                               INVESTMENT           authorised and/or
                                                                                        registered
                                                                                                                                95%
                                                                 ASSETS                                                          LIFE
                                                                                         financial                            INSURANCE
                                                                                         advisors                                market
                                                                                                                               represented
    * Financial and insurance services GDP.
    Sources: Stats NZ, LEED, FSC Statistics, RBNZ, Morningstar, FMA.

FINANCIAL SERVICES COUNCIL
The Financial Services Council is a non-profit member organisation and the voice of the financial
services sector in New Zealand. Our 34 members comprise 95% of the life insurance market in
New Zealand, and manage funds of more than $47.5bn. Members include the major insurers in life,
disability and income insurance, fund managers, KiwiSaver, professional services and technology
providers to the financial services sector.
fsc.org.nz

WORKPLACE SAVINGS NZ
Workplace Savings NZ is a not-for-profit apolitical membership organisation representing the
interests of employers who offer workplace retirement savings schemes, their trustees and their
members, other retirement scheme managers and supervisors, retirement savings industry
service providers and professional advisers. WSNZ’s membership embraces all types of retirement
schemes (KiwiSaver, workplace savings and superannuation schemes) and participants who are
public and corporate, union-sponsored and industry-based.
workplacesavings.org.nz

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